MONICA SIGMON
Monica opened her Williamsburg studio in 2000 and quickly built a successful business with a reputation for excellence and cutting-edge imagery. She has earned the prestigious Craftsman and Master’s Degrees from the Professional Photographers of America, was recognized as Kodak’s Photographer to Watch in 2007 and was named a Sony Artisan of Imagery in 2021.
Monica is a popular speaker and travels to speak to professional photographers around the country. She has earned the reputation for providing entertaining programs that focus on marketing and building your brand; energizing seasoned studio owners and inspiring new photographers alike.
Keynote Presentation
No More Starving Artist
You got into photography because you love people and you love creating something that lasts forever. So why does running a sustainable business feel so hard? This keynote is a heart-to-heart for portrait photographers who are ready to charge what they're worth — not out of greed, but out of purpose. Because when families invest in portraits, something incredible happens: children grow up seeing themselves reflected with love and dignity. And when photographers thrive, that work continues for generations to come.
Friday July 17th, 2026
10:15AM - 12:00PM
Private Class
Picture This: A Portrait Business That Works
Friday July 17th, 2026
$75
Great photography alone won't pay the bills. This class gets into the real nuts and bolts of building a portrait business that actually works — pricing with confidence, attracting the right clients, and creating a sustainable studio you're proud of.